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Legacy CD

Experience David Brandon’s definitive recording featuring a 25-year span of his compositions, from classical to popular styles. This CD includes Country Jamboree, published in Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine. The Los Angeles Times called it “an explosive, humorous display of virtuosic country music.” Audio downloads of all tracks are also available from iTunes.

The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Volume 1

The Art and Technique of the Classical Guitar Book/CD Pack

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Author: Christopher Parkening in collaboration with Jack Marshall and David Brandon

This premier method for the beginning classical guitarist, by one of the world’s preeminent virtuosos and the recognized heir to the legacy of Andrés Segovia, is now available with a CD! Guitarists will learn basic classical technique by playing over 50 beautiful classical pieces, 26 exercises and 14 duets, and through numerous photos and illustrations. The method covers rudiments of classical technique, note reading and music theory, selection and care of guitars, strategies for effective practicing, and much more! The CD includes 99 demonstration tracks recorded by David Brandon.

The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method - Volume 2

Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate Level Book/CD Pack

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Author: Christopher Parkening in collaboration with David Brandon

An outstanding source for the technique and repertoire of the classical guitar, this book continues where Vol. 1 leaves off. It teaches all notes in the upper position; tone production; advanced techniques such as tremolo, harmonics, vibrato, pizzicato and slurs; practice tips; stylistic interpretation; and more. The first half of the book deals primarily with technique, while the second half applies techniques to repertoire pieces. As a special bonus, this book includes 32 previously unpublished Parkening edition pieces by composers including Dowland, Bach, Scarlatti, Sor, Tarrega, and others, plus three guitar duets. The CD includes 60 demonstration tracks recorded by David Brandon.